Retro Kitchen Linens

The Fifties are back! Whether it's due to nostalgic baby boomers or a younger generation discovering fifties style or kitsch, there's been a surge of interest in all things from the 1950s, especially home furnishings.

Tracking down the elements of the fifties kitchen can involve quite a bit of searching. But I've done that for you. I love all things retro.

Unless you're very lucky, it's difficult to find fifties era linens in good shape. If you do, you can expect to pay a lot for them. In this category, I prefer retro-style linens made today. The patterns look identical to the vintage ones, but of course the fabric is in much better shape.

Vintage Fruit Print Teatowel Set

Set of three 100% cotton retro style tea towels: one print, one plaid waffle and one flatweave stripe design.Measures 18 x 28".

Vintage Gingham and Cherries Tablecloth & Napkins Set

100% machine washable cotton set of gingham tablecloth and 4 napkins with cherries design & gingham edges. Tablecloth is 52" square; napkins are 18" square.

Vintage Red Hearts Tablecloth

Machine washable 100% cotton print reproduced from '50s design. 52" square.

Jessie Steele Red and Pink Polka Dot Scalloped Pot-Mitt

Made from machine washable linen-cotton blend. Quilted, with contrasting bias trim. 7" by 10.5".

Jessica Steele Josephine Red and Pink Polka Dot Bib Apron

Vintage style hostess apron made of 100% cotton. A-line shape with pockets and contrasting bias trim. Adjustable neck and waist ties. Removable bow on pocket.

April Cornell Tea Time Embroidered Tea Cozy

Hand printed and embroidered cotton batting tea cozy.